WATCH: Conor McGregor prepares to make history in New York

The Dubliner strongly defended himself against criticism for fighting in more than one division

WATCH: Conor McGregor prepares to make history in New York
Tue, 08 Nov, 2016 - 12:26
Grainne McGuinness

The UFC’s long road to New York culminates with UFC 205 at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night.

Conor McGregor hopes to make history by becoming the first UFC fighter to hold two belts simultaneously.

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